Sevilla Falls to 18th After Osasuna Loss, Suazo Voices Relegation Concerns

Context Sevilla took the lead through Neal Maupay in the 69th minute, but Osasuna equalised with Raul Garcia and Alejandro Catena scored the winner in stoppage time. The defeat leaves Sevilla with 30 points after 33 matches, one point behind Mallorca in 17th. Elsewhere, Elche won 2‑1 at Real Oviedo to move to 13th, three points clear of the drop zone, while Oviedo remain seven points from safety with 15 left to play. Sevilla, a seven‑time Europa League winner, has not faced relegation danger since the 2015‑16 season. The squad contains several experienced internationals, yet recent form has been inconsistent.

Key Facts - Sevilla’s 2‑1 loss to Osasuna worsened their relegation threat. - The club now occupies 18th place, a single point behind 17th‑placed Mallorca. - Defender Gabriel Suazo said, “I have a knot in my throat,” describing the pressure of the final five fixtures.

What It Means With only five games left, Sevilla must gain at least two points more than Mallorca to avoid automatic relegation. The tight gap means every result in the lower half could shift the survival picture. Teams such as Elche and Oviedo are also fighting for points, making the final round‑robin highly unpredictable. The club’s next match is against Villarreal, a side pushing for European qualification, which will test Sevilla’s resolve. If Sevilla wins both remaining home matches and draws one away, they could finish with 39 points, which may be enough depending on Mallorca’s results. Conversely, a loss in either of the next two games would likely force them into a playoff spot or the drop zone.

What to watch next Watch how Sevilla performs against Villarreal and whether Mallorca can drop points in their upcoming games, as those results will decide who stays in La Liga.